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Western ContoursWestern ContoursEpisode 368 X Wild Strength Podcast: Finding Purpose in Life Through HuntingLive at the Mile High Hunt and Fish Expo with Whitney Tramel, host of Wild Strength Podcast and the tables are turned. This episode of the Western Contours podcast, co-released with the Wild Strength Podcast, takes listeners through a journey of transformation from urban landscapes to the solitude of the Rocky Mountains. Emphasizing the profound impact hunting and nature has had Guy’s life, they explore themes of personal growth, respect for life, and the transformative power of outdoor pursuits. With candidness and depth, Guy shares his story of discovering hunting, the challenges of solo hunting, and the unmatched co...2025-05-3058 minThe Western Huntsman PodcastThe Western Huntsman PodcastSchool of September Gear Series with Guy DuplantierGuy Duplantier is back! He is the host of the Western Contours Podcast, founder of Western Fly Covers and Western Hunt Fest, coach for ElkBros, and someone I consider a good friend.  In this School of September installment, we go back to the gear series and discuss everything from bow setups to snacks in our packs. Guy has forgotten more about hunting gear than I'll ever know, so his insight into what gear performs the best is unmatched. We talk about where to spend money versus where to skimp, best broadheads for total carnage, binos and optics, w...2025-04-032h 34Western ContoursWestern ContoursPatrick Montgomery: On the Ground, J6In this episode of the Western Concours Podcast, we delve into the multifaceted world of hunting and the broader implications on lifestyle, politics, and community involvement. Guy welcomes guest Patrick Montgomery, a seasoned hunter with over 35 years in the outdoor industry, to share his experiences from guiding hunters in New Mexico to becoming a renowned figure in Eastern Colorado. Patrick shares compelling insights on the intersection of hunting, conservation, and political advocacy, emphasizing the importance of active participation in legislation affecting hunting rights. Their discussion touches on engaging with the broader community to preserve hunting heritage and...2025-02-201h 26Western ContoursWestern ContoursMentee To Mentor with Renee ThorntonGuy sits down with Renee Thornton, mentee turned mentor, hunter, conservationist, and amongst a long list of titles Chair of the Wild Sheep Foundation's Women Hunt Program. Renee and Guy explore Renee's motivations, mindset and the success and future of the Women Hunt Program. Enjoy the episode! For more info on Women Hunt, films and The Wild Sheep Foundation follow the links below: https://www.wildsheepfoundation.org/womenhunt https://www.wildsheepfoundation.org Beyond Bonds: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vjh2X2vXfjo   2024-05-011h 42Western ContoursWestern ContoursWelcome to the Mountain with Aaron AmburGuy sits down with Aaron Ambur, President of Tuo Gear, to explore all things Tuo and the intricacies of outdoor tech gear design and innovation. From crafting durable, functional equipment to navigating the ever-changing demands of the mountain hunter, Aaron shares insights into the philosophy and why behind Tuo Gear. They discuss Guy's on-mountain testing of the Aptitude Line and why the Aptitude jacket and pants stand out from early to late season. Where Tuo is, planning to go and why you should be taking notice. Enjoy the episode!   2024-03-201h 13Western ContoursWestern ContoursThe Expo Episodes Part 2 with Michael BateaseGuy caught up with a longtime friend, Michael Batease, of The Elk Calling Academy. They dive into the new website and offerings from ECA, practical tips, and real-world experiences,discover the platform's focus on learning and community, and redefine your approach to hunting success. Immerse yourself in this enriching conversation and elevate your elk-calling game!   2024-02-2227 minWestern ContoursWestern ContoursLeave It On the Mountain with Draya GrangrothHost Guy Duplantier sits down with Draya Grangroth, hunter, guide, author, and entrepreneur. The two discuss Draya's autobiography Whats Her Wild and why she decided to tell her story, healing yourself on the mountain and making a conscious effort to improve. Enjoy the episode. You can find Draya at the links below: https://www.instagram.com/whats_your_wild/ https://www.whatsyourwild.net https://www.amazon.com/Whats-Her-Wild-Untold-Story/dp/1665306882   Saunter through the life stages of Andraya Grangroth as she shares the healing powers of Mother Nature. ...2024-02-141h 15Western ContoursWestern ContoursMichael Edgehouse: Embrace The ProcessingThere are few folks to turn to in the outdoor space when it comes to uping your game and embracing the process of field to plate; Guest Michael Edgehouse holds strong at the top of that list. Guy and Michael discuss the CutRite mobile app., the benefits of embracing the entire process of field to plate by your hands, in-field meat care, the Western Hunt Fest Ruck Out Challenge for season prep, and, of course, go down some rabbit holes. Enjoy the episode. Check out the Cut Rite mobile app on Got Game Tech: https...2024-02-092h 01Western ContoursWestern ContoursEpisode 326 The Western Hunt Fest 2024 RundownEfren Gonzalez, Jeffrey Devaul, and Guy Duplantier, talk The Western Hunt Fest. This is the rundown episode if you haven't attended a Western Hunt Fest, you'll want to listen. The ownership gets into the added venues, the new competitions, the point system, the seminars, charity partner, what to plan for, what to expect, the sponsors, speakers and why every hunter should have WHF on the calendar in '24. Enjoy the episode! 2023-12-121h 12Western ContoursWestern ContoursEpisode 325 Felicia Gonzalez: Bow’d UpMother, wife, entrepreneur, woman of faith, hunter. I have recorded episodes with the entire Pack Em Out family, and it was high time I hit record with my friend Felicia Gonzalez! We talk about Family, faith, the outdoors, hunting, and just shoot the shhh. Enjoy the episode!   Brought to you by  Western Fly Covers:  When you spend as much time as we do outdoors, you know how fast things can turn. Wet or damaged gear isn't going to keep you out there where you want to be—ultralight element protection for your...2023-08-161h 21Western ContoursWestern ContoursLaura Groesbeck The Dickless HunterEpisode 324 with Laura Groesbeck.  This episode was spawned by a social media post Laura made discussing the in-fighting that is all too prevalent in the sportsman community, the detriment and why we should shy away from it. Guy and Laura also discussed Western Skies Skulls and jewelry, supporting other management methods and Laura's endeavors in trapping. Enjoy the episode!   Brought to you by  Western Fly Covers:  When you spend as much time as we do outdoors, you know how fast things can turn. Wet or damaged gear isn't going to k...2023-08-042h 03Western ContoursWestern ContoursGrizzled Outdoors An Undeniable ExampleGuy Sat down with the Grizzled Outdoors crew and discussed their podcast, the mission, and life outdoors in the golden years. "These gentlemen are the real deal" from their service to our country, to the frontlines of sportsman politics, and not only advocating for folks to continue pursuing their passions in the outdoors regardless of age but setting an undeniable example. Enjoy the episode!     Brought to you by  Western Fly Covers:  When you spend as much time as we do outdoors, you know how fast things can turn. Wet or d...2023-07-261h 40Western ContoursWestern ContoursGet Wild, Western Hunt Fest ’23 RecapWestern Hunt Fest was plumb off the rails for '23 with the addition of venues and improvements from lessons learned, and this locomotive is just beginning! I sat down with my friends and business partners Efran Gonzalez and Jeff Devaul to recap ’23 and lightly preview what's next for Western Hunt Fest. Enjoy the episode! To learn more, please head over to: https://www.westernhuntfest.com   Brought to you by  Western Fly Covers:  When you spend as much time as we do outdoors, you know how fast things can turn. Wet o...2023-07-211h 11Western ContoursWestern ContoursEpisode 321 Live from Western Hunt Fest with Sam Westfall of Archery N MotionI was so impressed with this 3d archery moving target system I had to learn more. During the Bailey, Colorado Western Hunt Fest, I sat down with Sam Westfall, owner and developer of Archery N Motion moving target systems. Enjoy the episode!   Brought to you by  Western Fly Covers:  When you spend as much time as we do outdoors, you know how fast things can turn. Wet or damaged gear isn't going to keep you out there where you want to be—ultralight element protection for your gear.  www.wester...2023-07-2014 minWestern ContoursWestern ContoursEpisode 320 Live from Western Hunt Fest with Catamount GearI love to highlight small businesses within the outdoor space, and when it's new gear it's that much better! I sat down at Western Hunt Fest with Mark Johnson and Frank Peralta of Catamount Gear and ran through the origins of the company and the Gen 2 bino harness. Enjoy the episode.   Brought to you by  Western Fly Covers:  When you spend as much time as we do outdoors, you know how fast things can turn. Wet or damaged gear isn't going to keep you out there where you want to be—ultra...2023-07-1829 minWestern ContoursWestern ContoursEpisode318 Live from Western Hunt Fest with Amanda RoeEpisode 318 Live from the second annual Western Hunt Fest with Amanda Roe, after two days of elk-calling competition, seminars, 3D courses, and The PackOut challenge. Guy sits down with Kifaru International’s Amanda Roe to discuss some observations and corrections to fit and function during the pack out. Enjoy the episode!   Brought to you by  Western Fly Covers:  When you spend as much time as we do outdoors, you know how fast things can turn. Wet or damaged gear isn't going to keep you out there where you want to be...2023-06-3038 minWestern ContoursWestern ContoursLive from Western Hunt Fest with Jermaine HodgeEpisode 317 Live from the second annual Western Hunt Fest with Jermaine Hodge. After two days of elk-calling competition, seminars, and 3D courses, Guy sits down with the one and only Jermaine Hodge. Enjoy the episode! Brought to you by  Western Fly Covers:  When you spend as much time as we do outdoors, you know how fast things can turn. Wet or damaged gear isn't going to keep you out there where you want to be—ultralight element protection for your gear.  www.westernflycovers.com     GET INVOLVED IN FIGHTING FOR OUR RIG...2023-06-281h 34ElkBros Blue Collar Elk HuntingElkBros Blue Collar Elk HuntingEP 194: Elk Diaphragms in depth - with Western Contours Guy DuplantierThis Collaborative Episode with Guy Duplantier of Western Contours kicks off the 3D archery season and live in-person episodes from the NRA Whittington Center in New Mexico under the Western Hunt Fest banners. Joe Giglia of the Elk Bros and Guy discuss elk diaphragms and the amazing options on the market from the likes of Native By Carlton, Wapiti River, Slayer Calls, and the list goes on. Enjoy the episode!Western Contours Podcast can be found on Apple Podcasts, Carbon TV, Waypoint TV and your favorite podcast App.Check out the Western Fly Company for...2023-06-1948 minWestern ContoursWestern ContoursLive From Western Hunt Fest with Self Guided HuntingGuy and Justin of Self-Guided Hunting sat down at Western Hunt Fest and discuss their views on guided and DIY hunting, where and why we draw a line in the sand, and whether or not any of those lines should matter. Enjoy the episode!     Brought to you by  Western Fly Covers:  When you spend as much time as we do outdoors, you know how fast things can turn. Wet or damaged gear isn't going to keep you out there where you want to be—ultralight element protection for your gear. ...2023-06-0926 minWestern ContoursWestern ContoursLive From Western Hunt Fest, Exploring The NRA Whittington CenterGuy sat down with the folks from the NRA Whittington Center and discussed the 30,000-plus acres of shooting sports and hunting offerings in Raton, New Mexico. And the impression left by their first-ever archery event Western Hunt Fest. Enjoy the episode! Brought to you by  Western Fly Covers:  When you spend as much time as we do outdoors, you know how fast things can turn. Wet or damaged gear isn't going to keep you out there where you want to be—ultralight element protection for your gear.  www.westernflycovers.com   ...2023-06-0146 minWestern ContoursWestern ContoursLive From WesternHunt Fest with Tom Diesing of Mile High Note Game CallsAnother live episode from The Western Hunt Fest shoot at the NRA Whittington Center. Guy And Tom talk about Mile High Note's bugle tube and why it stood out last September, elk woods strategies, stage calling versus on the mountain, and a softer approach to calling in bulls. Enjoy the episode!   Brought to you by  Western Fly Covers:  When you spend as much time as we do outdoors, you know how fast things can turn. Wet or damaged gear isn't going to keep you out there where you want to be—ultraligh...2023-06-0143 minWestern ContoursWestern ContoursEpisode 311 Live from Western Hunt Fest with Bill Ayer of Slayer CallsLive from Western Hunt Fest at the NRA Whittington Center in Raton, New Mexico, with Bill Ayer of Slayer Calls.Guy and Bill discuss Slayer's new lineup of elk diaphragms, tubes, and the Enchantress push button and drop some pearls for September. Slayer is looking to reinvent the wheel and seems on track to make a big wave in the realm of elk calling.Brought to you by Western Fly Covers: When you spend as much time as we do outdoors, you know how fast things can turn. Wet...2023-05-1844 minWestern ContoursWestern ContoursEpisode 311 Live from Western Hunt Fest with Joe GigliaThis episode kicks off the 3d archery season and live in-person episodes from the NRA Whittington Center in New Mexico under the Western Hunt Fest banners. Joe Giglia of the Elk Bros and Guy discuss elk diaphragms and the amazing options on the market from the likes of Native By Carlton, Wapiti River, Slayer Calls, and the list goes on.Enjoy the episode!Western Contours Podcast is going Carbon TV exclusive, head over to https://www.carbontv.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2023-05-1047 minWestern ContoursWestern ContoursEpisode 308 Hunt Hike Harvest: Train to Hunt, Hunt to LiveI sat down with the gents over at Hunt Hike Harvest, Co-founders Joel Raether and Jason Hirsh to discuss their science-based approach to hunt prep., staying on the gas, and tackling the demands of your hunting season. To learn more about Hunt Hike Harvest follow the link below: https://hunthikeharvest.com GET INVOLVED IN FIGHTING FOR OUR RIGHTS AS OUTDOORSMEN AND WOMEN BY SUPPORTING SPORTSMEN'S ALLIANCE. FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW: https://www.westerncontours.com/sportsmens-alliance Take an active role in...2023-04-041h 18The Hunting Stories PodcastThe Hunting Stories PodcastEp 032 The Hunting Stories Podcast: Guy DuplantierSend us a textWelcome to Episode 32 of The Hunting Stories Podcast!Today we connect with Guy Duplantier who is the host of the Western Contours podcast!Guy tells us two amazing stories. One which I cant believe could happen to a hunter, and the other straight from the Catalina Wine Mixer. Thank you to Guy and I hope you all enjoy.InstagramThe Hunting Stories PodcastWestern Contourshttps://www.westerncontours.com/Support the showHunting Stories Instagram...2023-01-021h 26The Western Huntsman PodcastThe Western Huntsman Podcast135. Is Hunting Conservation? with Chris Roe and Guy DuplantierSometimes, all it takes is a conversation to set action in motion. This week, I bring on two legendary guests, Chris Roe and Guy Duplantier. Each with podcasts of their own, Chris and Guy have unique perspectives, and it’s always a lively conversation. Our end-of-year Hunt Panel is full of piss and vinegar this time!   We quickly recap some recent hunting seasons, then jump right into issues facing hunters. Topics include hunting “influencers,” the woke culture circus, whether hunting is truly conservation, the reluctance for hunters to commit to change, wolf problems in Colorado, psychot...2022-12-202h 33Soul Seekers PodcastSoul Seekers PodcastEp. 174 | Deep Talk & Perspective with Guy Duplantier On this week’s episode I am joined by fellow podcasters and awesome human being, Guy Duplantier of the Western Contours Podcast. We go deep into the grit and determination of hunting, the hunting culture and all things outdoors. Don’t miss this episode! Tune in to find out more on your journey to become your own #soulfulhunter Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/westerncontours/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/guy_westerncontours/ The Soulful Hunter Podcast is proudly sponsored by The Crazyelk Company. Providing simple solutions you never knew you needed. Go snag a Tag Walle...2022-08-081h 20Western ContoursWestern ContoursEpisode 287 Bryan Chapman with Colorado Bowhunters AssociationIts been said as sportsmen and women we should support a local, a regional and a national sportsmen organization, so I sat down with CBA's southwest region director to discuss CBA's work in Colorado, get some history, an outlook on the future and vet out a small issue I had within the policy statement. If you're hunting archery in Colorado, resident and non-resident alike you ought to consider joining CBA. To learn more about CBA follow the link below: https://coloradobowhunting.org GET INVOLVED IN FIGHTING FOR OUR RIGHTS...2022-07-2949 minThe Western Huntsman PodcastThe Western Huntsman Podcast118. Wagons East in Search of the West with Guy DuplantierGuy Duplantier is a frequent guest of this show and host of the Western Contours Podcast. In fact, he's one of my favorite humans and I always end our recordings together feeling great about the content and the friendship.  In this episode, we talk about his recent move to Colorado and how it's changed his perspective on things. We also talk about elevation sickness, how hunters can mitigate it, and our frustrations with the woke culture in America. As always when Guy is on the show, we hold nothing back! Guy on Instagram S...2022-07-261h 12Western ContoursWestern ContoursEpisode 286 Bag of Tricks with Loren SchragWith so many folks carrying cameras on the mountain or attempting to in this episode with Loren Schrag of Good Bull Outdoors we discuss what Loren and Ally run on the mountain filming, taking product or lifestyle photos and video and of course the infamous Good Bull elk captures. We talk some basic settings, audio, gear and a little post and the business Good Bull has evolved into over the years. Enjoy the episode! GET INVOLVED IN FIGHTING FOR OUR RIGHTS AS OUTDOORSMEN AND WOMEN BY SUPPORTING SPORTSMEN'S ALLIANCE, FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW: 2022-07-221h 01Western ContoursWestern ContoursEpisode 285 Live from Mountain Archery Fest with Pack Em’ OutI love sitting down face to face to record episodes! I caught up with Efren Gonzalez and Jeffrey DeVaul at MAF's Durango Colorado shoot and we talked about the move to Colorado, the upcoming Western Hunt Fest, family values and honing our craft. The episode is followed by a bonus "short". Pack Em Out is a family brand about building community and camaraderie to name a couple, why not include the family. Enjoy the episode! To sign up for Western Hunt Fest at American Bowmen in Bailey, Colorado: https://packemout.com/shop...2022-07-151h 01Western ContoursWestern ContoursEpisode 283 I Can Do More with Evan BrannockI sat down with Evan Bannock to talk his Alaskan caribou hunt, the planning, the prep, the hardships and the proverbial icing on the cake. What's different than any other pod talking Caribou... Evan's attitude, determination and his desire to inspire through this story. Not to mention not many if any at all have hunted the Brooks Range from a wheel chair! Mid way on his goal to the Super 10 and mapping out his super slam, the best you can map that aspiration out, the man is showing us what is possible. Enjoy the episode! 2022-04-221h 23Western ContoursWestern ContoursEpisode 282 Small business spot light with Leigh Hauck of Tooth Of The Arrow BroadheadsWho doesn't love home grown American business, especially when it comes to the business end of our carbon sticks! I sat down with Leigh Hauck of Tooth Of The Arrow Broadheads and discuss the company origins, the offerings, what sets TOTA apart and their goals for the end user. Tooth Of The Arrow is a 3 blade design, designed and manufactured in the USA machined from a solid steel with 1" and 1 3/16" offerings from 85 grains to 175 grains. Enjoy the episode! You can learn more at: https://www.toothofthearrowbroadheads.com Use code WC2022 at check out and save 10% on your...2022-04-2054 minWestern ContoursWestern ContoursEpisode 281 Small Business Spotlight with Hardside HydrationI met Dustin and Dane the gentlemen behind Hardside Hydration at the 2022 Hunt Expo via Heather Kelly's Founders Speaker Series and had to get my hands on the Swig Rig once I saw it. For me it solved a couple of problems and well I absolutely love small home grown business. After some time in the field running it and putting it through the paces it got my proverbial stamp and fits right into my "kit" fulfilling a need. You can find Hardside on social and the web via the links below. Enjoy the episode! https://instagram...2022-04-1655 minWestern ContoursWestern Contourshunt Expo Live From the Initial Ascent Mountain Dude Table with Johnny Mack Live from The Western Hunting and Conservation Expo live in the Initial Ascent booth with the soulful hunter Johnny Mack!. I talk with Johnny about his path and connection to the outdoors and hunting, the realization of being "connected" to our pursuits and why spreading the proverbial word to said connection matters to him This series has so much to offer in insight and perspectives, Enjoy the episode! GET INVOLVED IN FIGHTING FOR OUR RIGHTS AS OUTDOORSMEN AND WOMEN BY SUPPORTING SPORTSMEN'S ALLIANCE, FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW: 2022-03-1438 minWestern ContoursWestern ContoursHunt Expo Live From the Initial Ascent Mountain Dude Table with Paul Servey and Dee ServeyEpisode281 Continuing with the live recordings from Western Hunting and Conservation Expo in Salt Lake from the Initial Ascent booth! I had the honor and pleasure to sit with Paul and Dee Servey. We get into the spiritual and ancestral connection to the land and animals through hunting, the healing we find in our pursuits, what's available on the mountain if we are willing to seek it out. We may get a little "hippie" but this is our connection to the pursuit, its an eye opening and beautiful walk in wild places. This series has so much...2022-03-0938 minWestern ContoursWestern ContoursEpisode 280 Shannon Waters of Gastro Gnome Meals: I’m Not Toeing The LineI sat down with Shannon Waters, owner of Gastro Gnome Meals. We get into why she created Gastro Gnome, her culinary background, where the meals fall in the market space and her journey as a new hunter. I enjoyed the conversation as much as I enjoyed eating the meals, they can legitimately be enjoyed in the backcountry or the dining room table. Enjoy the episode! To learn more about Gastro Gnomes offerings follow the link below: https://www.gastrognomemeals.com/about GET INVOLVED IN FIGHTING FOR OUR...2022-03-0757 minWestern ContoursWestern ContoursHunt Expo Live From the Initial Ascent Mountain Dude Table with County 6 Predator’s Caleb NewtonEpisode 9 of the live recordings from Western Hunting and Conservation Expo in Salt Lake from the Initial Ascent booth! This series has so so much to offer in insight and perspectives. I had the honor to share some time with my friend Caleb Newton out of Wyoming and owner of County 6 Predator. We talk about the importance of introducing and supporting youth in the outdoors, how we combat the ever present onslaught of emotional misinformation against hunting and the wonderment of being at Hunt Expo. Enjoy the episode! Check out County 6 offerings below: https://www...2022-02-2422 minWestern ContoursWestern ContoursHunt Expo Live From the Initial Ascent Mountain Dude Table Wapiti Wednesday with Jermaine HodgeThe Wapiti Wednesday edition live from Western Hunting and Conservation Expo in Salt Lake continues from the Initial Ascent booth! This series has so so much to offer in insight and perspectives. I had the honor and priviledge to share some time with one of my favorite elk callers Jermaine Hodge. We may talk elk and a little calling, when's the right time to practiced how he was able to call in over 30 bulls last September. Enjoy the episode! GET INVOLVED IN FIGHTING FOR OUR...2022-02-2343 minWestern ContoursWestern ContoursHunt Expo Live From the Initial Ascent Mountain Dude Table with Alpen Fuel’s Shaun Durkee Lives from the Western Hunting and Conservation Expo in Salt Lake continues from the Initial Ascent booth! This series has so so much to offer in insight and perspectives. I sampled some of Alpen Fuel's offerings and had to sit down and discuss Alpen Fuel, the meals, mission and why's with owner Shaun Durkee. Enjoy the episode! To learn more and check out Alpen Fuel offerings follow the link below: https://www.alpenfuel.com GET INVOLVED IN FIGHTING FOR OUR RIGHTS AS OUTDOORSMEN AND...2022-02-2220 minWestern ContoursWestern ContoursHunt Expo Live From the Initial Ascent Mountain Dude Table with John StalloneThe flurry of live recordings from Western Hunting and Conservation Expo in Salt Lake continues from the Initial Ascent booth! This series has so so much to offer in insight and perspectives. I had the honor to share some time with John Stallone. We discuss HOWL for Wildlife, hunter activism and why now is the right time for the hunting demographic to step"it" up. Enjoy the episode! GET INVOLVED IN FIGHTING FOR OUR RIGHTS AS OUTDOORSMEN AND WOMEN BY SUPPORTING SPORTSMEN'S ALLIANCE, FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW: https://www...2022-02-211h 00Western ContoursWestern ContoursHunt Expo Live From the Initial Ascent Mountain Dude Table with Brock Carter, Brandon Waddell and Dr. Preston WardIt was so good to be back at the Western Hunting and Conservation Expo in Salt Lake, recording live eps. from the Initial Ascent booth! This series has so so much to offer in insight and perspectives. I was joined in booth by Brock Carter, Brandon Waddell and Doctor Preston Ward. We talked about Mountain Archery Fest and their plans to introduce the first ever adaptive 3D course at MAF this season and how this is game changing for not just adaptive hunters and archers but the entire demographic and the mountain 3D shoot world. Enjoy the episode! 2022-02-1931 minWestern ContoursWestern ContoursHunt Expo Live From the Initial Ascent Mountain Dude Table with Disable Outdoorsman Utah and Bridger HousleyIt was so good to be back at the Western Hunting and Conservation Expo in Salt Lake, recording live eps. from the Initial Ascent booth! This series has so so much to offer in insight and perspectives. I sat down on this one to catch up with my friends Sidney Smith and Mike Felice of Disable Outdoorsman Utah but the show was all Bridger Housley. Bridger is an amazing and out going adaptive youth hunter, this dude is wise well beyond his years! Enjoy the episode! GET...2022-02-1728 minWestern ContoursWestern ContoursHunt Expo Live From the Initial Ascent Mountain Dude Table with Dirk DurhamIt was so good to be back at the Western Hunting and Conservation Expo in Salt Lake, recording live eps. from the Initial Ascent booth! This series has so so much to offer in insight and perspectives. I sat down with "The Bugler" Dirk Durham. The moniker says it all in terms of his calling ability and prowess in the elk woods but the amount of education and mentorship he provides to so so many elk hunters new and old is next level, it is well worth a conversation. Enjoy the episode! 2022-02-1637 minWestern ContoursWestern ContoursHunt Expo Live From the Initial Ascent Mountain Dude Table with Hunter McWatersIt was so good to be back at the Western Hunting and Conservation Expo in Salt Lake, recording live eps. from the Initial Ascent booth! This series has so so much to offer in insight and perspectives. I caught up with Hunter McWaters for episode 273. Enjoy the episode! GET INVOLVED IN FIGHTING FOR OUR RIGHTS AS OUTDOORSMEN AND WOMEN BY SUPPORTING SPORTSMEN'S ALLIANCE, FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW: https://www.westerncontours.com/sportsmens-alliance Take an active roll in protecting our rights and privileges as hunters...2022-02-1520 minWestern ContoursWestern ContoursHunt Expo Live From the Initial Ascent Mountain Dude Table with Charles WhitwamIt was so good to be back at the Western Hunting and Conservation Expo in Salt Lake, recording live eps. from the Initial Ascent booth! This series has so so much to offer in insight and perspectives. Up first is Charles Whitwam the man behind HOWL for Wildlife. Enjoy the episode! GET INVOLVED IN FIGHTING FOR OUR RIGHTS AS OUTDOORSMEN AND WOMEN BY SUPPORTING SPORTSMEN'S ALLIANCE, FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW: https://www.westerncontours.com/sportsmens-alliance Take an active roll in protecting our rights and...2022-02-1526 minWestern ContoursWestern ContoursEpisode 272 with Armando Martinez of The BowHitchI sat down with Armando Martinez of The Bow Hitch and talk about the random acts giveaway they're running. Given the things we see on a day to day all the conflicts, all the discord and just doing something random and kind seems to be a stretch. Things like this just deserve a highlight. Enjoy the episode! GET INVOLVED IN FIGHTING FOR OUR RIGHTS AS OUTDOORSMEN AND WOMEN BY SUPPORTING SPORTSMEN'S ALLIANCE, FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW: https://www.westerncontours.com/sportsmens-alliance Take an active...2022-02-0858 minWestern ContoursWestern ContoursWapiti Wednesday Season Recap and Takeaways with The Elk BrosI had the honor and privilege to sit down with Joe and the bros to recap my 2021 elk season. We talk about the highs the lows, some valuable lessons learned, the magic of September and offer some solutions to some common "hang ups" we encounter chasing elk. This episode was previously published on The Elk Bros Blue Collar Elk Hunting podcast. Enjoy the episode! GET INVOLVED IN FIGHTING FOR OUR RIGHTS AS OUTDOORSMEN AND WOMEN BY SUPPORTING SPORTSMEN'S ALLIANCE, FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW: https://www.westerncontours.com/sportsmens-alliance 2022-02-022h 24Western ContoursWestern ContoursEpisode 271 with Ed Morris and Mark Nethery ; The TemplateI sat down with Ed Morris and Mark Nethery, two gentlemen who have held office with The League of Kentucky Sportsmen. The League has been around since 1935 and advocating for the sportsmen and women in the fine state of Kentucky. Walking the halls of the state legislature with one goal, regardless of the subset in the outdoors to fight, weigh in, show our power as a voting block and insure that decisions are based in sound management. With the amount of years and lessons learned the value in experience is worth its weight in gold, especially with the current...2022-02-011h 37Western ContoursWestern ContoursWapiti Wednesday with James NashThere are a few folks select folks that make me want to expand my elk knowledge and get me thinking outside of the box, I caught up with one of them. I had the pleasure of sitting down with James Nash veteran, hunter, guide, rancher, mentor, podcast host, seeker of information and sharer of knowledge. Enjoy the episode! To listen to 6 Ranch Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com or search 6 Ranch on most major platforms. GET INVOLVED IN FIGHTING FOR OUR RIGHTS AS OUTDOORSMEN AND WOMEN BY SUPPORTING SPORTSMEN'S ALLIANCE, FOLLOW THE LINK...2022-01-261h 216 Ranch Podcast6 Ranch PodcastFrom the Ghettos of LA to the Elk Woods, with Guy DuplantierSend us a textGuy Duplantier grew up poor in LA’s inner city. As a kid, he was faced with potentially life changing decisions every day, such as the pressures to join a gang. But Guy wasn’t about to let his circumstances define his life. With the help of a strong family support system, he found his calling in the outdoors. First from fishing and free diving, to eventually archery hunting pigs and deer. After seeing an elk herd up close, a fire for pursuing elk was lit, and he’s never looked back. He now ho...2022-01-241h 07Western ContoursWestern ContoursWapiti Wednesday with Luis GonzalezThere is so much to be taken away from an elk hunt, not just in hunting experience but also in life experience. Luis Gonzalez talks a bit about his journey in the elk woods. What he has learned, how he applies those lessons to September and how his journey has had a positive impact off the mountain. You can catch Luis on The Elk Bros Blue Collar Elk Hunting Podcast. Enjoy the episode! GET INVOLVED IN FIGHTING FOR OUR RIGHTS AS OUTDOORSMEN AND WOMEN BY SUPPORTING SPORTSMEN'S ALLIANCE, FOLLOW THE LINK...2022-01-191h 53Western ContoursWestern ContoursEpisode 268 Charles Whitwam: HOWL For WildlifeSo many of us want to take action when it comes to protecting our rights and privileges as hunters and are alot of the time stifled be it from lack of knowledge, making the time, lack of funds, knowing where to begin and the list of reasons goes on and on. Mr. Charles Whitwam set out to remove those hurdles over a year ago. howlforwildlife.org is a user friendly action site where in about a minute we can inform our representatives that we stand for sound wildlife management. Be it issues in Washington on bears, Colorado with cats...2022-01-151h 16Western ContoursWestern ContoursWapiti Wednesday with Michael BateaseHow do you approach set ups and calling as a team? Working elk with a hunting partner can be a challenge, I sat down with Michael Batease to discuss everything from set ups to planning. Its about creating opportunities and maximizing the ones you get. Michael shares his wealth of knowledge and how he and his camp brothers seal the deal. Enjoy the episode! Michael provides a great resource in Elk Calling Academy. Follow the link below to take advantage of his elk hunting years and passion. https://www.patreon.com/elkcallingacademy 2022-01-122h 00Western ContoursWestern ContoursEpisode 266 Divide and Conquer part 2 with Jim Huntsman and Joe GigliaThis episode is a follow up to episode 264 Divide and Conquer, with Jim Huntsman and Joe Giglia. We recieved an email from listener Ed Morris out of Kentucky. The email had some great talking points and what I would consider a template of action more of us need to follow, organize and promote, a group called the League of Ky Sportsmen, founded in 1935 by concerned sportsmen (www.kentuckysportsmen.com . When the three of us get to talking there is plenty of rabbit holes, nonetheless we felt addressing this on air was the best way to serve the efforts in...2022-01-101h 51Western ContoursWestern ContoursWapiti Wednesday with Joe GigliaKicking off 2022 Wapiti Wednesday with the Elk coach himself, The Elk Bros' Joe Giglia. Where do you start? Where do you go, what unit what state? We share some insight to our process, talk a little about the phenomenal resources available including The Elk Bros Blue Collar Elk Hunter Base Camp. Enjoy the episode! To learn more about the training modules head over to: https://elkbros.com/bluecollarelkacademy/ GET INVOLVED IN FIGHTING FOR OUR RIGHTS AS OUTDOORSMEN AND WOMEN BY SUPPORTING SPORTSMEN'S ALLIANCE, FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW: https://www.westerncontours...2022-01-051h 41Western ContoursWestern ContoursEpisode 264 Jim Huntsman and Joe Giglia: Divide and ConquerThis episode is brought to you in collaboration with The Western Huntsman Podcast, Jim and I will be co-hosting several episodes where we tackle what's grinding our gears in the world of hunting. Topics will more than likely run the gamut, conservation efforts or the lack there of, out of state quarrels, divides we see as problematic in our demographic etc. etc. etc.. These topics are solely our opinions and we are more than anything just wanting to spark or fan the proverbial flame in hopes to see this way of life we hold dearly not just survive but...2021-12-292h 13Western ContoursWestern ContoursEpisode 263 Rueben Caballero: You Can’t Side Step ExperienceSpent some time talking elk with Rueben Caballero. Rueben isn't punching tag after tag in the elk woods, he hasn't been chasing elk for 30 years. What he has been doing is grinding! Utilizing the resources available be it Elk Shape with Dan Staton, Joe and the Boys over at Elk Bros and his network on social. We get into how his 5 year journey has gone, why he utilizes his selected resources, what's working, some pitfalls and what he's working on in preparation for 2022. Enjoy the episode. GET INVOLVED IN FIGHTING FOR OUR RIGHTS AS...2021-12-221h 32Western ContoursWestern ContoursEpisode 262 The Trap Hunters Are Caught In with Jim Huntsman (co-ep)This episode is brought to you by The Western Huntsman Podcast, Jim and I will be co-hosting several episodes where we tackle what's grinding our gears in the world of hunting. Topics will more than likely run the gamut, conservation efforts or the lack there of, out of state quarrels, divides we see as problematic in our demographic etc. etc. etc.. These topics are solely our opinions and we are more than anything just wanting to spark or fan the proverbial flame in hopes to see this way of life we hold dearly not just survive but thrive in...2021-12-211h 49Western ContoursWestern ContoursEpisode 261 EHUNTR with Terron and SethSpent some time catching up with my friends at EHUNTR Terron and Seth. We get into what the gents at EHUNTR have been up to since our last sit down in 2019, share some opinions and what they're striving to bring for to you hunting news. Electronic Hunt Resource, or EHUNTR for short, is your one stop shop for all things hunting and outdoors. We strive to be the ultimate resource that hunters and outdoorsmen can turn to for news, how-to's, product reviews, entertainment, and more. We started the company in late 2019 and have grown to wha...2021-12-151h 23Western ContoursWestern ContoursEpisode 260 Garrett Weaver: Just Because You Can, Should You? After seeing Garrett's commitment to his craft turn into success this season I had to get him back on for Weaver 3.0 and talk about his flipping the proverbial switch and whole heartedly as he put it " getting back to my roots", truly was great to see his season unfold from the efforts he put in. I will say we strayed a bit and spent some time venting, sharing our opinions and maybe a bit of soap boxing, but things needed to be said. Enjoy the episode. GET INVOLVED IN FIGHTING FOR OUR RIGHTS AS...2021-12-081h 58Western ContoursWestern ContoursEpisode 259 Gilbert Ornelas: Make It Your OwnHonored to share some one on one time with the host of The Blue Collar Elk Hunting podcast, the Elk Bros voice, Big O on 4 wheel slow Gilbert Ornelas. We talk about the nuances of elk calling, soaking up as much information as you can and making it your own, his journey in the elk woods and his evolution as a guided hunter to calling for his mentors and striking off on his own. If you follow the Elk Bros you know that the camaraderie they share is a powerful thing, we get into how that translates not just...2021-12-012h 50The Western Huntsman PodcastThe Western Huntsman Podcast87. The Trap Hunters Are Caught In with Guy DuplantierGuy Duplantier, host of Western Contours Podcast, joins me this week and I'm not going to lie, we don't hold much back. We discuss the grave threat to the future of hunting and why hunters are compounding the problem. We try to identify solutions while using foul language and controversial topics. Guy is a bold man who says it how he see's it, and I respect him a ton. Tune in to listen to one of the more saucy episodes we've released! Check out Guy's websites! Western Contours Western Fly Covers ...2021-11-231h 49Western ContoursWestern ContoursLegacy, What Are We Leaving?Just a quick hit to the mic after some time away. What are we leaving in our wake, will we have a positive impact or watch our way of life fall? What will be our legacy? GET INVOLVED IN FIGHTING FOR OUR RIGHTS AS OUTDOORSMEN AND WOMEN BY SUPPORTING SPORTSMEN'S ALLIANCE AND WIN SOME GEAR FOR THE FIELD, FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW: https://www.westerncontours.com/sportsmens-alliance Follow the links below for Western Contours partners, affiliates and discounts. www.we...2021-11-2314 minElkBros Blue Collar Elk HuntingElkBros Blue Collar Elk HuntingEP 143: Archery Elk Hunting Game Changers & Realizations with Guy DuplantierA GAME CHANGER... That's the one thing that changes your elk hunting life forever! It's not always a skill, technique or strategy. But more of a realization or an "Ah-Ha" moment. Something happens... OR someone finally put it to you in a way that the light bulb comes on and things are never the same from that moment on!Today we share some of those "Ah-Ha" moments. With us today is special guest, Guy Duplantier, of the Western Contours Podcast. Guy returns after a 24 day elk hunt in which he calls in 13 bulls. One of...2021-10-192h 28Western ContoursWestern ContoursMountain Archery Fest live episode with Dan McClainLive from Mountain Archery Fest with Dan McClain. I sat down with the Arrow Junkie himself and talk builds and the story behind his E commerce brand Arrow Junkie. Enjoy the episode. Follow the links below for Western Contours partners, affiliates and discounts. www.westerncontours.com Western Fly Covers:  When you spend as much time as we do outdoors you know how fast things can turn. Wet or damaged gear isn't going to keep you out there where you want to be. Ultra...2021-09-1545 minWestern ContoursWestern ContoursMountain Archery Fest live episode with Loran SchragLive from Mountain Archery Fest with Loran Schrag. The other half of Good Bull Outdoors and I sit down and share some one on one time. Photography, elk season and some friendly mess talking between friends. Enjoy the episode. Follow the links below for Western Contours partners, affiliates and discounts. www.westerncontours.com Western Fly Covers:  When you spend as much time as we do outdoors you know how fast things can turn. Wet or damaged gear isn't going to keep you out t...2021-09-0856 minWestern ContoursWestern ContoursMountain Archery Fest live episode with Alli SchragLive from Mountain Archery Fest with Alli Schrag. The better half of Good Bull Outdoors and I sit down and share some one on one time. Enjoy the episode. Follow the links below for Western Contours partners, affiliates and discounts. www.westerncontours.com Western Fly Covers:  When you spend as much time as we do outdoors you know how fast things can turn. Wet or damaged gear isn't going to keep you out there where you want to be. Ultralight element protection for y...2021-09-011h 11Western ContoursWestern ContoursEpisode 254 Chris Roe: When Do You Challenge Bugle (part 2)Well Since Chris and I strayed so far from elk on our first sit down, we hope we offer some redemption here in this follow up episode. Though we do not start on the title topic I insure you we get into Chris's years of learned experience and knowledge in the elk woods. Enjoy the episode. Regardless of your experience level https://www.roehuntingresources.com will increase your knowledge base and offer some great insight to elk behavior. Follow the link to learn more or sign up. GET INVOLVED IN FIGHTING FOR...2021-08-262h 21Western ContoursWestern ContoursEpisode 253 Bill Ayer: The Sickness I sat down to talk with Bill Ayer owner of Slayer Duck Calls about his new line of elk calls hitting the market just in time for elk season, why Slayer branched into elk calls and gotta love the passion (or sickness as he put it) driven reason and a brief talk on the dichotomy of wanting to grow the hunting demographic. To learn more about Slayer and check out the new line of calls slated to release late August: https://www.slayerduckcalls.com GET INVOLVED IN FIGHTING FOR OUR R...2021-08-2055 minWestern ContoursWestern ContoursEpisode 252 Chris Roe: Re-pot YourselfAn amazing time with Chris Roe, I knew this episode may turn away from hunting and elk but had no idea we would barely discuss the aforementioned, totally fine with it too! We get into emotional maturity, personal development, the importance in brutally honest self reflection, our treatment and communication with people around you and how all of this can tie directly into our efforts as hunters and advocates for hunting. We also talk breifly about elk and what is available on Chris's WWW. Enjoy the episode. To subscribe to Roe Hunting Resources: https://www.roehuntingresources.com...2021-08-143h 11Western ContoursWestern ContoursJermaine Hodge: We’re In Elk Country Now I sat down with world elk calling champion Jermaine Hodge. Had a great time talking with Jermaine! We get into how he got started stage calling, his philosophy in the elk woods, diving in head first and going for broke to be successful on the mountain, finding what works for you and building a repertoire. Enjoy the episode. Follow Jermaine and COHAH on IG: https://instagram.com/jermainehodge_colorado?utm_medium=copy_link https://instagram.com/colorado_hah?utm_medium=copy_link https://coloradohighaltitudehunters.wordpress.com 2021-08-111h 48Western ContoursWestern ContoursMountain Archery Fest live episode with Stephanie WalkerLive from Mountain Archery Fest with Stephanie Walker. We get into her journey behind the string, an amazing elk hunt experience last season that had zero to do with a punched tag, her part in MAF and not taking away from what the entire crew does at those events, they all kill it I just noticed a bit of work horse in Steph and had to ask. Enjoy the episode. To learn more about Mountain Archery Fest: https://mountainarcheryfest.com/?gclid=CjwKCAjwpMOIBhBAEiwAy5M6YMMmrbCRc3Md5jrhYJ89UY7uHRkOpEqXhSK_SmwS-iWjYQCt0kheHBoCM5QQAvD_BwE 2021-08-1023 minWestern ContoursWestern ContoursMountain Archery Fest live episode with Thomas Mifsud Live from Mountain Archery Fest with Thomas Mifsud. We get into family, Universal Outdoors, grinding it out and working on yourself for the benefit of those around you and most importantly, yourself. Enjoy the episode. Follow the links below for Western Contours partners, affiliates and discounts. www.westerncontours.com Western Fly Covers:  When you spend as much time as we do outdoors you know how fast things can turn. Wet or damaged gear isn't going to keep you out there...2021-08-081h 00Western ContoursWestern ContoursEpisode 248 Dr. Peter Hackett on Altitude SicknessI sat down with Dr. Peter Hackett Clinical Professor Altitude Research Center Division of Pulmonary Sciences and Critical Care Medicine, Department of Medicine at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, Colorado for a brief but informative chat on acute mountain sickness or altitude sickness. Dr. Hackett has 40 years of research in the field under his belt from the Himalayas, to climbing Everest for AMS research to Denali. We get into diagnosis, symptoms, risk factors, preparation, treatment, preventative measures, HAPE, HACE and laugh a bit about HAFE. Enjoy the episode! Interested in learning more about Dr...2021-08-0443 minWestern ContoursWestern ContoursMountain Archery Fest live episode with Bam MarshallLive from Mountain Archery Fest with Bam Marshall founder and CEO of Wishes For Warriors. We get into WFW's new program for active duty LE, having some integrity, Kryptek and doing some good with social. Enjoy the episode. To learn more about Wishes for Warriors: https://www.wishes4warriors.org And to explore Kryptek's full line: https://kryptek.com Follow the links below for more Western Contours partners, affiliates and discounts. www.westerncontours.com Western Fly Covers:  When you spend as mu...2021-08-0353 minWestern ContoursWestern ContoursEpisode 246 Jack Harrison: You Earn It.I caught up with Jack Harrison hunter, wilderness survival instructor and life long student of primitive human skills. We talk the critical 3, the first steps in assesing how far gone the situation really is, bushcraft vs. woodsmanship vs. survival, knowing your emergency gear and get in to his love for hunting black tail and pigs. Enjoy the episode! To learn more about Jack head over to: https://www.jackharrisonsurvival.com Follow the links below for Western Contours partners, affiliates and discounts. Help support Western Contours and the brands we believe in. 2021-07-291h 44Western ContoursWestern ContoursEpisode 245 Efren Gonzalez of Pack Em Out Apparel: ”Family Matters”I sat down with father, husband and hunter Efren Gonzalez and talk about his family's apparel line, Pack 'Em Out, something I didn't do much of last season so the elk woods didn't see the the lifestyle brands logo. We get into family, living in the right place to chase your preferred animal, what and where he hopes to take the family brand and what's on the calendar for the family this season. Check out www.packemout.com to learn more. Enjoy the episode. Follow the links below for Western Contours...2021-07-221h 23Western ContoursWestern ContoursMountain Archery Fest live episode with Pyro PuttyLive from Mountain Archery Fest at the Purgatory resort in Durango, Colorado with Will Bartlett owner and inventor of Pyro Putty. Will's gears are always turning we get in to where Pyro Putty came from, the new blends and tools and some cool stories from the field. Enjoy the episode. To learn more about Pyro Putty : https://pyroputty.com Follow the links below for more Western Contours partners, affiliates and discounts. www.westerncontours.com Western Fly Covers:  When you spend as...2021-07-1634 minWestern ContoursWestern ContoursMountain Archery Fest live episode with Second Chance Outdoors Live from Mountain Archery Fest at the Purgatory resort in Durango, Colorado with Second Chance Outdoors. We sit down in the Western Contours booth and get caught up with Logan McKinney and Nate- Lance. Second Chance Outdoors is a NPO dedicated to getting vets and first responders in the outdoors. To learn more about Second Chance Outdoors and how you can help visit: https://www.secondchanceoutdoors.net Follow the links below for Western Contours partners, affiliates and discounts. www.westerncontours.com Western...2021-07-1544 minWestern ContoursWestern ContoursEpisode 244 Staff Discussion: Long Range Precision Rifle with D.R. Long Range Part 2I sat down with the staff of D.R. Long Range Concepts lead by Ron and Denis White and talk about our LRPRI course everything from the course curriculum, light bulb moments, camaraderie, D.R.'s approach to instruction and LR and the enormous amount of team building that happens. Enjoy the episode. I Highly recommend if you have any interest in long range shooting or just taking your rifle shooting to the next level give Ron and Denise a shout! To learn more and view pricing and course schedule visit https://www.drlongrangeconcepts.com 2021-07-142h 17Western ContoursWestern ContoursMountain Archery Fest live episode with Earl Stroh of Cutter StabilizersLive from Mountain Archery Fest at the Purgatory resort in Durango, Colorado with Earl Stroh of Cutter Stabilizers. We sit down in the Western Contours booth after I spent some time admiring Cutter's offerings. Enjoy the episode. Follow the links below for Western Contours partners, affiliates and discounts. www.westerncontours.com Western Fly Covers:  When you spend as much time as we do outdoors you know how fast things can turn. Wet or damaged gear isn't going to keep you out there where you want to be...2021-07-1325 minWestern ContoursWestern ContoursMountain Archery Fest live episode with Main Beam AddictionLive from Mountain Archery Fest at the Purgatory resort in Durango, Colorado with Main Beam Addiction. We sit down in the Western Contours booth with Diego Otero, this time we're joined by Jen and Elmer Otero Diegos parents and we discuss all things Main Beam and what it takes as a family to support Diego's ever growing brand as he helps the youth of our demographic learn, grow and expand. Enjoy the episode. Follow the links below for more Western Contours partners, affiliates and discounts. www.westerncontours.com 2021-07-1227 minWestern ContoursWestern ContoursEpisode 239 Andrew Miller Owner of Anxynt FootwearI sat down with Andrew Miller owner of Anxynt. Anxynt is a footwear company spawned out of the dead silence of the Arizona desert and a desire to close the distance with bow in hand. We talk Anxynt, desert bucks, the state of "things" in the hunting dem, at least our opinion of said "things" and what Andrew has on the horizon with his company. Enjoy the episode! For more info on Anxynt follow the link below, use code western contours at checkout to save a few dollars on your order. Anxynt: https...2021-07-111h 23Western ContoursWestern ContoursEpisode 238 Aaron Schmaus: Your Food Was AliveEpisode 238 with Aaron Schmaus host of Primitive Republic podcast and author of Ten Rules For Finding A Good Hunting Partner. We tackle some tough ones albeit with no resolution for the masses but voicing our stance is a good start for some issues we face in the hunting demographic, i.e. industry leader name drops, what's the individuals responsibility to the demographic, value sets and grip and grins. Of course some lighter topics like Game Changer back country taco carts. Enjoy the episode! partners, affiliates and discounts: Western Fly Covers  W...2021-07-082h 21Western ContoursWestern ContoursMountain Archery Fest Live episode: What is The Bow HitchLive from Mountain Archery Fest at the Purgatory resort in Durango, Colorado Armando Martinez co-owner of The Bow Hitch. We sit down live in the Western Contours booth to learn a bit about how The Bow Hitch came to be, pretty crazy to see so many of these things on the mountain but once you run one its not hard to see why. Enjoy the episode. To learn more about Arrow Tech follow the links below: https://thebowhitch.com https://instagram.com/thebowhitch?utm_medium=copy_link Partners...2021-07-0520 minWestern ContoursWestern ContoursThe Morel King Darren McCallThis is round 2 with my buddy Darren McCall out of eastern Washington, missed round 1, yeah I blew that one somehow. Had a great time catching up with the Morel king! We get into his time out in the wilds with his wife and daughters, their 2020 season, the increased value from the shared time, his what I consider uncanny ability to harvest truck loads of morels and look to his plans for 2021. This guy just inspires me to be in the outdoors more. Enjoy the episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...2021-02-251h 12Western ContoursWestern ContoursAlan Shankle: And The Blood DissapearsI sat down with eastern Oregon's Alan Shankle, one of the Rut Struck boys. We talk eastern Oregon hunting, Rut Struck's brotherhood, their success on the mountain, what to watch out for from Rut Struck, some of the go to moves on elk and learning moments. Enjoy the episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 2020-08-081h 15Western ContoursWestern ContoursCesar Moreno: F$%# It Lets GoI sat down with my friend, archer and new hunter Cesar Moreno. We get into some early lessons learned, his road to the woods, where his passion for hunting and the outdoors stems from and the journey ahead. Enjoy the episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 2020-07-292h 41Western ContoursWestern ContoursDaniel Roberts: It’s Every DayThis weeks episode is with Daniel Roberts. I had the pleasure of briefly shaking Daniels hand in Utah this year and hung out before Angel's DOUSA hunt. All I can say is this dudes positive outlook and go get after it attitude is infectious. We get into a bit of his hunt with HUSH, the film "Find A Way", his plans to access and tackle more of his home state of Washington and why you just need to get out after the things you love. Enjoy the episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...2020-07-1752 minWestern ContoursWestern ContoursJoe Elliston and Dennis Stokes: There’s Gonna Be That Day Or TwoHey guys I sat down with Joe and Dennis and we talk gear. Essentials, peripheral gear, why they carry what they carry, what experience has taught them over the years and the things they just can't live without. Enjoy the episode. Interested in learning more about Initial Ascent or picking up a great pack system follow the link below. https://initialascent.com/?aff=5 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 2020-07-041h 17Western ContoursWestern ContoursTate HaleGuys this is a republish, I spoke with Tate'r a couple days ago and it made me revisit this episode. Definitely worthy in my opinion. Enjoy the episode for the first time or the 2nd. Tate is every bit of what we should all strive to be and not much more needs to be said. We get into bowhunting whitetail, what the outdoors and his faith have done for him and being an inspiration and service to others.   http://instagram.com/tatehale Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...2020-07-021h 51Western ContoursWestern ContoursRoss Sharp: Rep What You AreHey guys I spent some time talking with Ross Sharp, owner of The Crazy Elk Company. We talk mentorship, passing down the values we as hunters hold near and dear,  what the woods teach you about your hunting buddies and of course some of the products available and what's coming from The Crazy Elk Company. Enjoy the episode. Go give The Crazy Elk Company a look at www.crazyelkcompany.com Use code: Westernc for free shipping Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 2020-06-201h 11Western ContoursWestern ContoursDirk Durham: Never Quit LearningI had the pleasure of talking elk with "The Bugler" Dirk Durham. We get into learning to progress scenarios and adapt on the fly, going in with confidence and a positive mind set, going full send even when the odds seem stacked against you and the upcoming drop of The Elk Collective. Enjoy the episode To learn more about The Elk Collective head over to: www.theelkcollective.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 2020-06-131h 28Western ContoursWestern ContoursJoe Giglia of Elk Bros: A Self Fulfilling ProphecyI had the pleasure of spending some time With Joe Giglia, one of the men behind Elk bros and Blue Collar Elk Hunting podcast. We get into well elk, of course! Joe gets into his back ground, where he started, some values, his drive and passion for not just chasing elk but the folks he does it with, the new Elk Bros website and what he and the crew hope to achieve passing on over 30 years of elk hunting knowledge. Enjoy the episode. Looking to up your knowledge and to learn more about Elk Bros head over t...2020-06-062h 29Western ContoursWestern ContoursPat McCarty of Shadow Valley Outfitters: When It All Comes TogetherI caught up with Pat McCarty co-owner of Shadow Valley Outfitters in Arizona. We talk getting the most out of a guided hunt, some misconceptions around guided hunts, how to prep and be a better guided hunter and of course Shadow Valley and their offerings in Mule deer, Elk, Coues and Antelope's hunts. Enjoy the episode. To learn more about Shadow Valley Outfitters head over to www.shadowvalleyoutfitters.com   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 2020-05-301h 38Western ContoursWestern ContoursAdam Smith: A Couple A ThreeI sat down with Adam Smith and discuss his blog, our current state with Covid 19 and our opinions on the state of, well a bunch of topics some hunting related and some not so much. Enjoy the episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 2020-05-231h 14Western ContoursWestern ContoursAdam Bryant: 10 10 10I sat down with Adam Bryant, host of The Bryant Land Show podcast. We strayed from the normal hunting topic and outdoors related conversation and just shoot the shhh on podcasting some of the how's and why's, what we hope to achieve and some of our goals for our respective platforms and just share some laughs. Enjoy the episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 2020-05-161h 33The Bryant Land ShowThe Bryant Land ShowWestern Contours w/Guy DuplantierAB3, Host of The Bryant Land Show, interviews Guy Duplantier, an accomplished elk hunter host of the Western Contours podcast. AB3 and Guy Duplantier compare southern and western hunting styles, how Guy goes about elk hunting, and how he began creating his Western Contours brand.    Episode Highlights:  AB3 introduces his guest Guy Duplantier and they talk about elk bugles.    Guy shares his story of hunting a doe that started his hunting obsession.   How did Guy Duplantier get started hunting elk?  They discuss the quality of Guy Duplantier’s videos.  Guy says that he will never miss a...2020-05-1100 minWestern ContoursWestern ContoursUtah Hunter Michael MerrillI caught up with Utah hunter Michael Merrill. Micheal's positive outlook and optimism is second to none. Great guy that's about putting his heart in all he does. We get into what keeps him motivated, embracing challenges, running from dinosaurs and his once in a lifetime 2019 elk hunt. Head over to www.westerncontours.com catch the full line up of episodes, explore the store, support the podcast and share your story.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 2019-04-272h 17